Newport Hospitality Group, Inc.

06/25/2026

"AI is not changing what makes hotels successful; it is accelerating how quickly travelers, teams, and owners can see who is doing the fundamentals well."

Our Vice President of Media and Communications, Kirsten Mosco, CHDM, recently attended both the HSMAI Commercial Strategy Conference and HITEC in San Antonio. Her key takeaway? The lines separating sales, marketing, revenue strategy, operations, and technology are officially disappearing.

Read the full piece at https://bit.ly/3QzMPJC.

06/18/2026

Resilience, innovation, and a commitment to our owners. Our team recently attended Marriott’s CONNECT 2026 conference, and we’re walking away with valuable strategies to navigate today’s economic landscape. From leveraging AI to optimize marketing to maximizing ancillary revenue, we’re focused on driving profitability and operational excellence across our portfolio. Ready to build a stronger future! Read more at https://bit.ly/4a6aVlN.

06/11/2026

A wedding room block isn't just a place to sleep; it's an opportunity to host a lifetime celebration. ✨

At Newport Hospitality Group, a wedding room block is never just a transaction. Our hotel teams consistently go beyond the room block to create unforgettable wedding weekends.

Read the full insights from Ashley Unrue, Senior Regional Director of Sales, at https://bit.ly/4ofyRc2.

06/11/2026

We’re excited to welcome Sherry Proulx to Newport Hospitality Group as the new Dual Director of Sales for Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Easton and Homewood Suites Columbus Easton.

Sherry brings a passion for hospitality, relationship-building, and creating exceptional guest experiences. In her new role, she is excited to support both hotels while expanding her knowledge of food and beverage operations and helping drive continued growth in the Easton market.

Outside of work, Sherry enjoys spending time with family, scrapbooking, card making, and creating memories with her four-year-old grandson. She also loves travel and adventure, with one of her favorite trips being a memorable road trip with her daughter that still provides plenty of laughs years later.

Guided by the belief, "Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game," Sherry brings energy, positivity, and a willingness to embrace new opportunities.

Welcome to the Newport family, Sherry. We’re excited to have you on the team.

06/10/2026

“If you are looking for a company that values your input, supports your personal and career growth, then Newport is it—from the top to the bottom.” That’s how Dena Hansen describes her experience at Newport Hospitality Group. As Dual Director of Sales for the Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport and Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport, Dena has built her career around relationships, service, and growth. We’re proud to share her story as the first installment of Living Hospitality, a video series featuring the people who make hospitality meaningful every day. Watch below to hear what Living Hospitality means to Dena.

06/09/2026

Please join us in welcoming Caroline to Newport Hospitality Group as our Digital Marketing & Communications Intern!

A student at the University of South Carolina majoring in Psychology with a minor in Advertising & Public Relations, Caroline is passionate about marketing, storytelling, and creative collaboration. She is especially interested in how emerging technologies like AI are shaping the future of content creation and communications.

This summer, Caroline will support digital marketing and communications initiatives across Newport’s portfolio while gaining hands on experience with our Commercial Strategy team.

Fun facts: Caroline studied abroad in Florence, Italy, loves a beach weekend, and says black raspberry ice cream is her go to guilty pleasure.

Welcome to Newport, Caroline!

06/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kyra Lee to her new role as Commercial Strategy Manager with Newport Hospitality Group.

A recent Virginia Tech graduate with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Kyra’s Newport journey began in 2024 as a Sales Coordinator supporting Hyatt Place Blacksburg / University and Residence Inn by Marriott Blacksburg-University while completing her studies. Through hard work, curiosity, and a passion for creating exceptional experiences, she has grown into this exciting new role supporting multiple hotels and markets.

“Hospitality made it possible to create positive experiences for people every day,” says Kyra, who is excited to continue building on her experience and expanding her commercial strategy expertise across the Newport portfolio.

Congratulations, Kyra! We’re excited to have you continue growing with Newport.

06/03/2026

Summer travel has its own rhythm, less about big itineraries and more about seizing the momentum of warm nights and last-minute weekends. The best summer trips aren't always the farthest ones; sometimes, they need the right direction. Our Newport-managed hotels place you close to summer festivals, waterfront towns, outdoor concerts, and trails.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Fayetteville North: Your home base for baseball nights and family road trips near Segra Stadium and Fort Bragg.
Courtyard Philadelphia Valley Forge / Collegeville: Perfect for couples' weekends and outdoor stays with firepit evenings and easy access to Valley Forge National Historical Park.

SpringHill Suites Prince Frederick: Experience a quiet Chesapeake Bay summer with boating, crab feasts, and coastal exploring nearby.
Find your rhythm and stay with us this season. Read more at https://bit.ly/4mO4NCm.

06/02/2026

You’ve heard the news, but have you seen the energy? ⚡

May 14th wasn't just a calendar date—it was the culmination of months of hard work, late nights, and pure dedication. We put together a quick recap video to capture what it felt like on the ground as the very first guests walked through the doors of the new Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport.

Watching a property come to life like this is exactly why we love what we do at Newport Hospitality. Cheers to the incredible onsite team for a flawless launch!

05/31/2026

It has been a month at Newport. We opened Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport with owners and partners on May 14. The Hilton Garden Inn - Savannah Airport team earned a Q1 Shining Apple Award. And Tom Johnson, Houseperson and Driver at Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Valley Forge/Collegeville, was named one of just five 2025 Apple Award recipients across all of Apple Hospitality.

The full story is in the May Newport News:
https://conta.cc/4dB8r0M

Coming out of Myrtle Beach, one phrase stuck. Scrappy always wins. Stuart Butler said it on day one of the 2026 Leadership Retreat, and it has shown up in almost every conversation since.